1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Croma weights approximately 64 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Croma | 460 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
